Author: WAJ Reporter

Over 15,000 Personnel to Be Trained in Tech Expertise Under the Partnership The program, which will offer cutting-edge, hands-on training, is also seen as a significant collaboration between African countries aiming to make progress in digital transformation. The training curriculum will cover areas such as Data Analytics, Data Science and Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, DevOps, Software Engineering, Fullstack Web Development, Digital Marketing, and Digital Creative Design. AFRICA WILL NO LONGER BE JUST A CONSUMER OmniContact BPO Services, one of the key partners in the collaboration, will serve as the outreach and distribution partner. It will leverage Econet Wireless’s personnel…

Nigerian goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, who plays for Udinese, has been handed a two-month suspension by the Italian Football Federation. Okoye had been under investigation in Italy for alleged betting violations. The spotlight fell on the player particularly after intense betting activity in the city of Udine suggested he would receive a yellow card during a Serie A match against Lazio on March 11, 2024. That season, the goalkeeper received only two yellow cards, and in that match, he was booked solely for time-wasting—raising further suspicions. Following the investigation, it was determined that Okoye was not involved in betting or match-fixing.…

Fenerbahçe and Leeds United are competing to sign Nigerian midfielder Raphael Onyedika. The 23-year-old Nigeria international is not currently for sale, as his club, Club Brugge, is reluctant to let him go. Fenerbahçe submitted an official offer of €12 million during this transfer window, but the Belgian side rejected it, considering the bid insufficient. Following this development, English club Leeds United also entered the race for his signature. However, there’s good news for Fenerbahçe: Leeds United has already spent over £30 million in this transfer window. The club is also expected to invest in a goalkeeper, a number 10, and…

Yesterday, the Nigeria–South Africa and Morocco–Ghana matches were played. Following these games, Nigeria and Morocco secured their spots in the final. Nigeria’s first goal came in the 45th minute from the penalty spot. In response, South Africa earned a penalty in the 60th minute and leveled the score at 1-1. Just seconds before the end of regular time, Michelle Alioze scored the winning goal for Nigeria. With this goal, Nigeria became the first team to reach the final. They have now managed to qualify for the finals of the last AFCON, WAFU B, and the Women’s AFCON. The match between…

While 520 million people in Africa have mobile access, only a small portion benefit from broadband connectivity. In today’s world, access to the internet is considered a cornerstone of socio-economic development. To help solve this issue, Orange Group has intensified its efforts to deliver digital services to millions across Africa and the Middle East. OVER €1 BILLION INVESTED ANNUALLY To support this goal, Orange is investing more than €1 billion every year to develop fixed and mobile networks in the region. The company aims to achieve an average 4G coverage of 85% by 2025 and has already expanded its broadband…

Nottingham Forest are making moves to sign Cameroonian right-back Jackson Tchatchoua. The English club had previously submitted a €10 million offer for Tchatchoua, but Hellas Verona, who currently hold his rights, rejected the bid. Forest are now expected to return with an improved offer of €12 million in the near future. However, Inter Milan, Napoli, and AC Milan are also interested in the player. Still, none of these clubs have made an official offer yet. After facing several setbacks in the full-back market, Milan are expected to enter the race for Tchatchoua soon. The player is only 23 years old…

Having completed the long-awaited transfer of Brian Mbeumo, Manchester United have accelerated their efforts in the transfer market to strengthen weak areas of the squad. The English giants have begun talks with Nigerian midfielder Wilfred Ndidi as they look to reinforce their midfield. The 28-year-old is widely expected to part ways with Leicester City. Several top clubs from Germany, Italy, England, and Spain are showing strong interest in the Super Eagles star. Last season’s signing for the same role, Manuel Ugarte, failed to meet expectations at Manchester United. As a result, the club sees Ndidi — who has a €9…

Ethiopia has launched the country’s first domestically issued credit card. Developed through a partnership between Sanupay and OpenWay, this card also reflects Ethiopia’s efforts to shift towards more traditional digital payment tools. The credit card will operate on Ethiopia’s national payment system, ensuring full interoperability between banks and POS systems. Although mobile payment options are widespread in the country, credit card usage remains quite rare. However, with this new credit card, customers will be able to easily make transactions at both POS terminals and ATMs. Sanupay, one of the key players behind the project, will manage both card issuance and…

After a challenging transfer saga, Bryan Mbeumo has officially joined Manchester United. Mbeumo signed a five-year contract. Initially, United offered £55 million for the Cameroonian winger, but Brentford rejected the bid. Manchester United increased their second offer to £62.5 million, which was also turned down. Eventually, the Red Devils returned with a third bid, raising the offer to £65 million and including an additional £6 million in add-ons. This offer was accepted, bringing the seven-week-long transfer saga to an end. The Cameroonian international will wear the number 19 shirt at Manchester United. In the Premier League, Mbeumo had the third-highest…

In May, Côte d’Ivoire announced the start of construction on its “Digital City” project. The goal of this initiative is to strengthen connectivity across the country, modernize government services, and accelerate digital transformation. Cybastion, one of the project’s key partners, has now confirmed that the project is officially underway. This Digital City will significantly contribute to making e-government services faster, more inclusive, and more technologically advanced. It will also promote entrepreneurship and host innovation hubs. The project is expected to create new employment opportunities and make a substantial contribution to the local economy. At the same time, it will provide…

Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey’s contract with Arsenal ended on June 30, and just four days after leaving the club, he was charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault. The situation sparked backlash against the English club, as the allegations dated back to 2021 and 2022. However, legal action was not taken until after Partey had departed from Arsenal. The fact that the alleged victims are three different women further heightened the seriousness of the case. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta stated he is 100% confident the club followed the proper procedures despite the ongoing investigation: “The…

Kenya’s National ICT Broadband Backbone (NICTBB) has been linked with Tanzania’s national fiber network, significantly strengthening regional connectivity across East Africa. This initiative, a collaborative effort between Kenya’s ICT Authority and Tanzania Telecommunications Corporation (TTCL), was coordinated through the partnership of both countries’ ICT Ministries. Following the successful completion of the project, the aim is to increase access to affordable internet, promote digital trade, and foster inclusive economic growth. It was reported that the fiber optic cable spans more than 130 kilometers. The project is considered a significant step toward addressing one of Africa’s biggest challenges — the digital divide,…

The final of the WAFU B U20 Championship has been confirmed. The youth teams of Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire, who were also the finalists in the previous senior AFCON tournament, have advanced to the final of the youth competition. This reflects the importance both nations place on football development at all levels. Nigeria had a tough time in the semi-final against Niger. After a goalless 90 minutes, the match went to penalties. The Flying Eagles held their nerve and triumphed 4-3 in the shootout to book their place in the final. Côte d’Ivoire, meanwhile, came from behind to defeat Ghana.…

The semi-final matches of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will be played tomorrow. This prestigious tournament will determine the best women’s national team in Africa, with the following semi-final matchups: Nigeria vs South Africa and Morocco vs Ghana. Nigeria advanced to the semi-finals after a dominant 5-0 victory over Zambia in the quarter-finals. As one of the tournament’s strongest teams, Nigeria is seen as a serious contender for the title. South Africa, on the other hand, drew with Senegal in regular time in the quarter-finals. They eventually secured their place in the semi-finals by winning in the penalty…

Galatasaray and Napoli have reached a full agreement on the transfer of Victor Osimhen. The Nigerian striker, who played for the Yellow-Reds last season, reportedly turned down offers from Al-Hilal and Juventus multiple times to return to Galatasaray. However, Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis had demanded over €75 million and a 20% sell-on clause, which nearly collapsed the deal. After intense negotiations, both clubs finally found common ground. Galatasaray and Napoli agreed on a two-year payment plan of €40 million + €35 million. In addition, Napoli requested €5 million in bonuses and a 10% sell-on clause, which Galatasaray accepted. Osimhen…

Zimbabwe defeated Namibia 30-28 in the Rugby Africa Cup final to become champions. With this victory, they have qualified for the Rugby World Cup for the first time since 1991. Zimbabwe had previously appeared at the Rugby World Cup in 1987 and 1991. By beating Namibia in the Africa Cup held in Kampala, they ended a long wait to return to the world stage. The match against Namibia was a fiercely contested battle. The first half ended in a 16-16 draw, but Zimbabwe managed to pull ahead in the final minutes. As a result, Namibia’s streak of seven consecutive World…